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AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 vs EVGA XR1 Lite: Comparison
AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 and EVGA XR1 Lite differ on form factor: AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 at Compact external box, 120 x 70 x 27.6mm, 115g, EVGA XR1 Lite at Internal PCIe.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Compact external box, 120 x 70 x 27.6mm, 115g | Internal PCIe |
| Brand | AVerMedia | EVGA |
| Connection Type | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps) | PCIe x4 |
| Max Recording Resolution | 2160p60 (true 4K60) — independently confirmed by WindowsCentral and TweakTown as the actual recording ceiling, despite marketing copy prominently featuring 4K144 | 1440p60 |
| Passthrough Resolution | Up to 2160p144 HDR/VRR, 4K120 on LG OLED displays, 3440x1440p120, 1440p240 (firmware-enabled), 1080p360 — these are the numbers AVerMedia markets most prominently, and they describe the HDMI monitor feed only, not what's recorded | 4K60 |
| Model | GC553G2 | XR1 Lite |
Verdict
AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely strong 4K60-capture, 4K144-passthrough card let down only by marketing copy that leads with the passthrough number — read the fine print, and it holds up well against pricier internal alternatives.
EVGA XR1 Lite
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A smart way to get onto EVGA's XR1 platform for less, as long as you don't need the full card's onboard mic mixing.